Biometrics promises to shorten waiting times at airports

Biometrics promises to shorten waiting times at airports

As summer travel picks up, the pressing need to reduce waiting times for services like security and immigration checks at airports or even when picking up rental cars comes into focus. Undoubtedly, waiting in long queues for any procedure is one of the most frustrating moments for travellers. The COVID-19 pandemic has also contributed to…

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AirAsia X broadens India network with its return to Amritsar four times weekly

AirAsia X broadens India network with its return to Amritsar four times weekly

AirAsia X continues to expand its medium-haul network with renewed direct services  from Kuala Lumpur to Amritsar in Northern India. From 3 September 2023, the four times weekly services will provide guests with access to Amritsar, a destination with immense potential in terms of religious significance, tourism attractions, commercial opportunities, and trade prospects. As the second…

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CentralwOrld ‘Times Square of Asia’ countdown landmark in the heart of Bangkok

CentralwOrld ‘Times Square of Asia’ countdown landmark in the heart of Bangkok

Let’s countdown to the New Year to share moments of happiness that everyone has been waiting for. CentralwOrld, the ‘Times Square of Asia’, presents the celebration vibe from New York, a world-class countdown landmark that everyone is familiar with. Thai people can be proud that this year ‘centralwOrld Bangkok Countdown 2023’ will appear on the screen in Times…

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The Best Times To Book The Cheapest Flights Based On Where You're Traveling

The Best Times To Book The Cheapest Flights Based On Where You’re Traveling

How far in advance should you book your flights to get the best deal on airfare? New data from Kayak reveals the best times to book the cheapest flights, depending on where in the world you’re traveling. This online travel booking website aggregated data based on flight searches and bookings made in 2022 using the…

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VFS Global: Thai eVisa on arrival applications from India rose 7 times in 2022

VFS Global: Thai eVisa on arrival applications from India rose 7 times in 2022

VFS Global has observed steady increase in demand for Thai e-Visa on arrival applications from India. Between March 2022, (when the Indian government restarted scheduled international flights) and October 2022, applications increased by 7 times. In 2019, VFS Global in partnership with the Immigration Bureau of Thailand launched the eVisa On Arrival (eVOA) service. “The…

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​​Experts From The New York Times Say These Are The Top Travel Experiences

​​Experts From The New York Times Say These Are The Top Travel Experiences

The world has so many experiences to offer all kinds of travelers that sometimes it is hard to choose. There are places, things, and activities you didn’t even know existed. Luckily for ambitious travelers searching for new challenges or life-changing moments, there’s a new exciting list with amazing ideas and travel experiences. Experts from the…

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Europe Admits Waiting Times At Airports Will Increase Massively Once Fingerprinting System Is In Place

Europe Admits Waiting Times At Airports Will Increase Massively Once Fingerprinting System Is In Place

Even though we’re still some months away from the highly anticipated border reforms of Europe, authorities are already predicting a ‘massive increase’ in wait times at entry points from 2023. Next year, newcomers who do not need a visa will need to apply for a new travel permit, as well as be fingerprinted when crossing…

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